Softonic review

A complete archive utility

IZArc is a utility that will decompress tons formats like ZIP and RAR, so whenever you receive a compressed file, you'll be able to handle it,

Compressed archives are a handy way to share data online: they can contain multiple files and folders, and usually take less space. There are many compression formats and algorithms, but with IZArc you can easily handle them all.

This powerful compressing utility supports dozens of formats, including ACE, 7-ZIP, ISO, LZH, RAR, TAR and of course, ZIP. The program can be seamlessly integrated with Windows Explorer, which means you can use it without having to open its interface.

Working with IZArc is really easy. You have access to the main functions in Windows Explorer context menu, and can also drag and drop files and folders on its interface. IZArc includes interesting features such as support for encryption, multi-volume sets, scanning for viruses, and the possibility to create an EXE file that will extract the compressed data by just double clicking on it.

The latest version of IZArc, 4.0 Beta 1, is not that different from the previous ones, at least in appearance. The program seems to have improved the way it works with multi-folder compressed files, meaning you won't lose any subfolder or file when expanding them.

IZArc is a powerful free compression utility with support for many formats and a bunch of interesting extra tools.

Fixed extracting folders from an archive using Drag and Drop
Fixed: When create archives IZArc uses DOS path separator ("\") instead of Unix one ("/")
Fixed handling files with "[" character in the name
Fixed opening of 7-Zip archives with encrypted file names
Fixed resetting of list columns
Fixed sorting of file list by "File Type"
Fixed Tab Order on all dialogs
Fixed: After deleted some files in Explorer Display Style the root of the archive is selected instead of keeping the current directory
Fixed: When adding some files to an archive in Explorer Display Style they are always added under the root of the archive instead of adding them under the current directory
Added support for multi-volume 7-Zip archives (open and extract)
Added support for 7-Zip LZMA2 compression method
Added an option to set all supported file types during unattended (silent) installation using /ArcTypes=ALL switch

Changes

Fixed extracting folders from an archive using Drag and Drop
Fixed: When create archives IZArc uses DOS path separator ("\") instead of Unix one ("/")
Fixed handling files with "[" character in the name
Fixed opening of 7-Zip archives with encrypted file names
Fixed resetting of list columns
Fixed sorting of file list by "File Type"
Fixed Tab Order on all dialogs
Fixed: After deleted some files in Explorer Display Style the root of the archive is selected instead of keeping the current directory
Fixed: When adding some files to an archive in Explorer Display Style they are always added under the root of the archive instead of adding them under the current directory
Added support for multi-volume 7-Zip archives (open and extract)
Added support for 7-Zip LZMA2 compression method
Added an option to set all supported file types during unattended (silent) installation using /ArcTypes=ALL switch

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User reviews about IZArc

by Anonymous

Unwanted file or virus warning. Has virus or unwanted files, the virus program dont allow the installation of this program

reviewed on May 6, 2013

by Anonymous

Excellent but.... Excellent compression utility, but only for small archives in my case. When trying to decompress larger files, over 200 mb, then it either crashes, freezes, or creates corrupt file/folder. Have to give this one a pass.More

reviewed on April 10, 2011

by Anonymous

A Great Free File Archiver. If you want a simple free file archiver that is compatible with a variety of different file types, you can't go wrong with IZArc. It's simple and easy to use and works with almost any file type you can imagine without any limitations. The drag and drop features of IZArc also shine. The only downsides to IZArc is it's fairly low compression rate and it having a tree-style panel which only takes up valuable real-estate. This was my favorite free file archiver until PowerArchiver Free was released. Due to all it's pleasant features and no true limitations. I just wish IZArc would work on improving their compression rate more.Pros: FreeWorks With A Variety Of File FormatsSimple And Easy To UseGreat Drag And Drop FeatureCons: Low Compression RateIntrusive Tree-Style PanelMore